Opening Play Store on Android TVs
Most TVs don't show the Play Store app on the main Google TV screen and hide the app, though it's there.
Method #1:
- Using the Google Assistant on the TV via the remote microphone, say "Open Play Store" and it will open the app for you.
If the microphone isn't available, type the command for Google Assistant.
Method #2:
- If Google Assistant is unusable, proceed with the following steps:
- Open the Settings > Apps menu for the TV:
- Expand the apps list with "See all apps":
- Expand the "All apps" list with "Show system apps":
- Scroll down till you find "Google Play Store":
- Select "Open" to open the app:
Method #3:
For frequent use or ease, consider using a launcher which allows opening the Play Store, such as the ones below: